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THE CONFIDENCE-MAN: HIS MASQUERADE.

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# The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade ## Overview "The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade" is a novel by Herman Melville, published in 1857. It was extracted from the file `the_confidence_man.txt` and is part of the `Melville Complete Works` collection. The novel spans from line 1 to line 11033 of the source text. ## Context This novel is a significant work within Herman Melville's literary output. It was published during a period of his career marked by complex and often allegorical narratives. The novel's themes and characters reflect the social and philosophical currents of mid-19th century America, particularly concerning trust, deception, and the nature of identity. ## Contents "The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade" is structured with an introduction, a table of contents, and numerous chapters. The narrative unfolds aboard a Mississippi River steamboat, where a cast of characters encounters a mysterious, enigmatic figure known only as the "Confidence Man." This character, who appears in various guises, preys on the passengers' trust and vulnerabilities, exposing their greed, hypocrisy, and gullibility. The novel delves into philosophical discussions and satirizes various aspects of American society, including business, religion, and social pretenses. Key chapters include "A mute goes aboard a boat on the Mississippi," "Showing that many men have many minds," and "The Cosmopolitan makes an acquaintance," among many others that explore the intricate deceptions and character interactions central to the plot.
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The Confidence-Man: His Masquerade
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THE CONFIDENCE-MAN: HIS MASQUERADE.

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